Skip main navigation
Active
  • $279,900

    540 Parker Ave SE, Decatur, GA 30032

    2beds
    1,080sqft
    : 
    $2,078/mo
    Get pre-qualified
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1945
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $259/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Hardwood floorsSeparate dining areaSingle-level floor planBuilt-in bookcases
    Welcome to 540 Parker Avenue, a classic 1940s bungalow offering an increasingly hard-to-find opportunity for affordable intown living in East Lake Terrace. With 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and approximately 1,080 square feet, this charming home combines original character with plenty of potential to make it your own. Inside, hardwood floors, a fireplace, built-in bookcases and a separate dining area reflect the home's original character, while the sunroom provides additional flexible space for a home office, reading room or casual retreat. The single-level floor plan is comfortable and functional, and the approximately .20-acre lot offers room to enjoy the outdoors, garden or explore future possibilities. Move in and enjoy the home as it is, renovate over time, or bring your vision and take advantage of the continued investment and new construction occurring throughout the surrounding area. The location may be the real standout. East Lake Terrace puts you just minutes from East Lake Golf Club and within easy reach of Kirkwood, Oakhurst, Downtown Decatur, East Atlanta Village and the shops and restaurants along Glenwood Avenue. Convenient access to I-20 makes getting to Downtown Atlanta and other intown destinations easy. Whether you're searching for your first home, an intown alternative to higher-priced neighboring communities, or a property with room for future improvements, 540 Parker Avenue offers character, location and opportunity in one of Decatur's most convenient intown settings.
    3 days
    57
    9

    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    John Andersen 404-491-8090,

    The Agency - Atlanta Metro

    Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10868150MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Other, Sun Room
      Heating
      • Central, Natural Gas, Other
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric, Other
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: In Kitchen, Other
      Features
      • Bookcases, Other, Roommate Plan, Split Bedroom Plan
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Other
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Family Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,080
      • Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,080
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Off Street
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Body of water: None
      Lot
      • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
      • Features: Other
      Details
      • Parcel number: 15 171 02 004

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow/Cottage
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Other
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Other
      Condition
      • Resale
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1945

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: None
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: EAST LAKE TERRACE 04
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Decatur

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $259/sqft
      • Annual tax amount: $4,784
      • Date on market: 10/6/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 3 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        Not available

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/6/2026Listed for sale$279,900$259/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #10868150 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Tax history is unavailable.

        Monthly payment

        Est. payment

        Payment breakdown

        Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.
        All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
        See how much you could borrow to make a competitive offer.

        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Candler-Mcafee

        Getting around

        24 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        39 / 100
        Some Transit
        22 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Ronald E McNair
        • Middle: Mcnair
        • High: Mcnair

        Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

        A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.

        Browse local experts